Join the Family Law Section as it presents this ever-popular conference. This year's theme is When Custody Gets Dirty - High Conflict Custody Cases and Evidence. Presentations will feature prominent family law judges and attorneys. Don't miss the trip to Ely in 2012.

The State Bar of Nevada's Probate and Trust Section will be holding a meeting on Thursday, January 19 at noon at the offices of McDonald Carano Wilson. The Las Vegas office is at 2300 W. Sahara Ave. and the Reno office is located at 100 West Liberty St. Both meetings will take place in the firm's conference rooms.

Lunch will be provided and parking will be validated for attendees. Joining the meeting via teleconference is also an option. The call in number is (888) 788-0909, access code 0159787.

The U.S. Tax Court has approved Nevada Legal Services' request to provide pro bono assistance to low income pro se taxpayers at the Regular and Small Tax Court calendar calls in Las Vegas and Reno. The first calendar call will take place on March 12, 2012 in Las Vegas. Nevada Legal Services needs volunteer pro bono attorneys to answer questions and assist pro se taxpayers with tax controversies. Volunteers should be licensed to practice in Nevada and/or members of the U.S. Tax Court's bar.

Upcoming calendar calls are scheduled to take place in Las Vegas in June and Reno in December. More details will follow as those dates approach.

Those interested in contributing their time to this valuable effort may contact Heather Anderson-Fintak, pro bono coordinator, at (702) 386-0404, ext. 126, with questions or to volunteer.

Help Shape the Future of Your State Bar: Become a TIP Mentor

The State Bar of Nevada's Transitioning into Practice (TIP) program allows experienced attorneys to serve as mentors to newly admitted attorneys.

Beginning in April of 2012, mentors will be paired with new attorneys for six-month training sessions geared toward assisting them in acquiring the practical skills and judgment necessary to practice law in Nevada. For more information or to apply visit the state bar's website. Applications are due by February 6.

Appointment of Permanent Member to the Commission on Judicial Selection

The Commission on Judicial Selection has begun the process to fill a permanent member vacancy from northern Nevada on the Judicial Selection Commission. The term of the appointment will expire December 31, 2013. Article 6, Section 20, of the Constitution of the State of Nevada, calls for the Board of Governors of the State Bar of Nevada to appoint members of the Commission on Judicial Selection. The appointee must reside in Washoe County.

Appointment of Temporary Member to the Commission on Judicial Selection

The Commission on Judicial Selection has begun the process to fill the vacancy in the Second Judicial District Family Court, Department 9. Pursuant to Article 6, Section 20, Subsection 4(c) of the Constitution of the State of Nevada, the Board of Governors of the State Bar of Nevada will appoint a temporary member of the Commission on Judicial Selection. The appointee must be a member of the state bar and reside in the judicial district in which the vacancy occurs.

Linda Bullen Becomes 2012 President of the Clark County Bar Association

The Clark County Bar Association (CCBA) has a new president. Linda M. Bullen won the bar association's 2012 presidential election. Bullen specializes in environmental law and is known for her expertise on new developments pertaining to renewable energy issues.

Joining Bullen on the Executive Board of Directors is Jennifer Roberts. More information can be found on the CCBA's website.